Best Vegan Food in Chadstone Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best vegan food option in Chadstone to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Mia is the one everyone knows. Humble Union is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. Home to Chadstone Shopping Centre — the largest shopping centre in the Southern Hemisphere. Chadstone sits in the Middle South corridor, 12-18km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best vegan food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Chadstone since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Ash Union — 375 Bay Place, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-31 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy

Ash Union has been operating in Chadstone for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($20) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The crispy chicken ($24) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

2. Mabel’s — 260 Bay Place, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) A solid local spot Cost: $21-26 per person Best for: budget eaters

Mabel’s has been operating in Chadstone for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($26) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Try this: The charcuterie board ($26) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

3. Mia’s — 24 Creek Lane, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

Mia’s has been operating in Chadstone for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 38 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Go for: The charcuterie board ($20) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

4. The White Union — 373 Bay Place, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: budget eaters

The White Union has been operating in Chadstone for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Don’t miss: The mushroom pasta ($20) — the best version in Chadstone Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

5. Ash’s — 156 Bell Drive, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-28 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

Ash’s has been operating in Chadstone for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Worth knowing: The mushroom pasta ($20) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

6. The New Social — 190 Willow Crescent, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) A solid local spot Cost: $16-24 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

The New Social has been operating in Chadstone for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 52 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Ask for: The lamb shoulder ($22) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Parking is free on Bay Street after 6pm.

What Nobody Tells You About Chadstone

Home to Chadstone Shopping Centre — the largest shopping centre in the Southern Hemisphere. The best vegan food options here reflect Chadstone’s character. If you’re living in or near Chadstone, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.

7. Pearl — 55 Bay Place, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) The one that surprised us Cost: $19-24 per person Best for: remote workers

Pearl has been operating in Chadstone for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 40 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Creek Lane is usually fine.

Book ahead for: The fish special ($24) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

8. The Tall Place — 349 Bell Drive, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd

The Tall Place has been operating in Chadstone for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Bay Place is usually fine.

Start with: The daily soup ($11) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

9. Stella’s — 88 Willow Crescent, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $20-33 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200

Stella’s has been operating in Chadstone for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Come back for: The seasonal special ($23) — the best version in Chadstone Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

10. The White Depot — 320 Bay Place, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $13-21 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

The White Depot has been operating in Chadstone for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($15) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Get the: The house-made relish ($19) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

11. Otto Pantry — 129 Margaret Drive, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Otto Pantry has been operating in Chadstone for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 60 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The seasonal special ($15) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Parking is free on Bay Street after 6pm.

12. Iris Table — 183 Bell Drive, Chadstone VIC 3164

What it is: (vegan food) The one that surprised us Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

Iris Table has been operating in Chadstone for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 31 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Bay Place is usually fine.

Try this: The crispy chicken ($23) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

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FAQ

What are the best best vegan food options in Chadstone?

The Old Post is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Chadstone good for best vegan food?

Yes. Chadstone has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.

What is Chadstone known for?

Home to Chadstone Shopping Centre — the largest shopping centre in the Southern Hemisphere.

How far is Chadstone from Melbourne CBD?

Chadstone is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.

The truth about Chadstone: it’s better than its reputation and worse than the real estate ads suggest. Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.

Last updated: March 2026